Remote SAP Master Data Program Lead - S/4HANA Migration

Toptal

United States

Remote

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Toptal is seeking a Senior SAP Master Data Architect to own the architecture for complex SAP master data programs in a remote-first setting. You will drive program-level planning, cutover sequencing, and governance across delivery, functional, and platform teams.

The role requires deep SAP MDG expertise, S/4HANA migration experience, and the ability to translate technical concepts for business stakeholders.

Qualifications

10+ years in SAP master data architecture or related data programs.
Experience with at least one S/4HANA lifecycle implementation or ECC to S/4 conversion.
Hands-on depth in SAP MDG or governance tooling.
Strong data modeling and migration methodology knowledge.
Familiarity with integration patterns (ALE/IDoc, DRF/SOA, OData/REST).
Proven ability to manage program-level risk, scope, and budget.
Strong written and verbal communication for business stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Own program-level planning for SAP master data initiatives and migration cutover timing.
Serve as technical advisor across delivery, functional, and platform teams on master data architecture.
Define target-state data model across master data domains (Customer, Material, Vendor, Finance).
Lead design conversations on conversion strategy, hierarchy structures, and golden-record rules.
Set technical standards for data model extensions, governance workflows, and tools.
Own mock-load cadence, defect triage, and reconciliation framework for migration.
Coordinate cross-functional teams to manage risk and keep programs on schedule.
Provide architectural review for new integrations and downstream patterns.